The Philippines has concluded its first in-person trade show since the pandemic: the 28th PTAA Travel Tour Expo and the 6th PTAA International Travel Trade Expo running parallel from 5-7 November, hosted by the Philippine Travel Agencies Association.

MEET TAIWAN has crowned Chubb Vietnam as its 2021 Asia Super Team (AST) champion, winning eight other finalists in this annual competition — also highlighting Taiwan's strength as a top post-pandemic incentive travel destination.

"Game changer" airport to open in phases, backing ambitious plan for 84 new airports by 2025.

The first hotel has opened its doors on Dubai's long awaited World Islands project, where it'll be dedicated solely to the 70-key Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort.

Two years and more than 200 pilot events on, the business events industry is "more agile, resilient and relevant," says STB Deputy Chief Executive, Yap Chin Siang.

Langkawi has confirmed a travel bubble allowing entry for fully vaccinated foreign travellers and who test negative for Covid-19.

Thai operator will manage the luxury resort in Tianmu Mountain, Hangzhou, offering 160-villas and event space.

Codeshare flights back in service for Australian carrier, and triple the reach of US cities once the deal takes off from April 2022.

Three jabs needed for the pass, and a £10K fine for fakes.

MO welcomes back experienced hotelier Amanda Hyndman, who has helmed the Group's properties across the USA, UK and Asia.

Covid curveball aside, event planners and suppliers highlight corporate sentiments towards the future of travel and meetings.  

A new ferry terminal and land VTL on 20 December opens up incentive and events opportunity from Singapore and Indonesia.

The Twin Jeju Dream Tower IR opens second tower under Hyatt Hotels, offering 1,600 rooms, 14 F&B choices and event space.

Experts urge industry players to play up local allure to stay "relevant and valid", since demand to meet in New Zealand is still high.